Extra Credit by Andrew Clements
Andrew Clements, author of amazing books including Frindle, The Homework Machine, The School Story, Landry News, and No Talking is back with another great story. In this story, Abby, a 6th grader, is at risk of failing 6th grade. She asks for extra credit, and her assignment is to find a pen pal in another country. She becomes pen pals with a boy named Sadeed in Afghanistan. However, she thinks she is pen pals with Sadeed's sister because in his culture it is considered improper for a boy to talk to a girl he isn't related to. Sadeed and Abby are surprised when being pen pals causes issues for them. I found the book interesting, adventurous, and I learned a great deal about life and school for children in Afghanistan. I highly recommend this book for lovers of Andrew Clements, or anyone wishing a good read! I would recommend for 4th and 5th graders, though some younger readers may still enjoy it.
Mrs. Shaw's Pick: **** (4 out of 5 stars)
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